Dr. David H. Sharkis, MD

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Get to know Internist Dr. David H. Sharkis, who serves patients in Columbus, Ohio.

Well-versed in the field of internal medicine, Dr. Sharkis sees patients at Jasonway Internal Medicine, an affiliate of Central Ohio Primary Care, in Columbus, Ohio. He specializes in preventative care, hypertension, diabetes, elevated cholesterol, cardiac risk factor assessment, and chronic illnesses.

Jasonway Internal Medicine focuses on adult primary care, cardiac risk factor modification, preventive care, hypercholesterolemia treatment, hypertension management, type II diabetes/ complications, and medically complex patients. They strongly believe in working closely with their patients in order to formulate a strategy to best address their needs and medical problems. As part of their belief, they focus on physician accessibility and good communication with both their patients and their various specialists.

Educated in the United States, Dr. Sharkis earned his medical degree at the Ohio State University College of Medicine, and completed his residency in internal medicine at the Virginia Commonwealth University.

Following his training, the doctor attained board certification in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

An authority in his field, Dr. Sharkis has been the recipient of the Top Doctor Award by Columbus Monthly (2015-2021), Best Doctors in America Award (2019, 2020), Patients' Choice Award (2018, 2016, 2015), and Top 10 Doctor - Neighborhood (2014).

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